Taxi Services - Birmingham VA Medical Center
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the Birmingham VA Medical Center, is soliciting quotes for Taxi Services. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity under NAICS code 485310 ($19.0 Million). The contract will be a Firm Fixed Price with Economic Price Adjustment for a base year and four option years, covering services from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2031. Quotes are due by March 13, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide taxi services for beneficiaries of the Birmingham VA Medical Center, primarily supporting discharged patients to maintain bed availability. Services are required seven days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Key requirements include:
- Transporting beneficiaries to residences or family homes within a 125-mile radius of the BVAMC.
- Utilizing Google Maps for route computation to ensure economical charges.
- Vehicles must be clean, well-maintained, equipped with functioning HVAC, safety items, and direct communication with the VA Medical Center. A mix of vehicle sizes is preferred to accommodate veterans with belongings/equipment, and while no wheelchair-accessible vehicles are anticipated, 10-20% of trips may involve mobility aids requiring extra space.
- Drivers must be professional, speak English, possess a valid driver's license, and have knowledge of the Birmingham metropolitan area.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price with Economic Price Adjustment
- Period of Performance: April 1, 2026 – March 31, 2031 (Base year + 4 option years)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 485310 (Taxi Services) with a $19.0 Million size standard
- PSC: V226 (Taxicab Services)
- Place of Performance: Birmingham VA Medical Center, Birmingham, AL 35233
Submission & Questions
- Quotes Due: March 13, 2026, by 11:00 AM EST
- Questions Due: March 2, 2026, by 9:00 AM EST
- Submission Email: Michael.barton@va.gov
Evaluation
Award will be based on a comparative evaluation of quotes, considering Technical Approach, Past Performance, and Price.
Additional Notes
Offerors should use a 600-trip baseline for planning and pricing. Mileage will be billed based on the quickest Google Maps route. A base charge of $20 applies for no-shows. Proposals must include a completed Limitations on Subcontracting certificate, a letter describing vehicle details and establishment information, and a Certificate of Insurance. Drivers must provide quarterly license status reports. Invoices are to be submitted monthly, and the contractor must maintain patient confidentiality (HIPAA).